Rebels, mergers and defections: Is NDA inching towards a two-thirds Lok Sabha majority?

In the 2024 general elections, the BJP faced significant losses in four major states: Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. This has sparked speculation about the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) chances of achieving a two-thirds Lok Sabha majority, a milestone that would give the government extraordinary legislative powers. The shifts in political allegiance, including defections and mergers, suggest a dynamic and uncertain political landscape, which could have lasting implications on India's governance and policy directions.